109. The 4th Test

Chapter 109

The 4th Test

"You've done better than I expected, Osborne," Godfather spoke directly this time, with a faint smile playing on his lips.

Osborne couldn't explain it, but Godfather's praise filled him with a sudden thrill, like a rush of strength flowing into his body.

With a solemn tone, he replied, "You flatter me. I've just started and still have a long way to go."

Godfather nodded and said with a smile, "Very good. It's important to remain humble. You've achieved some success, but it's still far from enough."

Osborne asked in confusion, "Why did you call for me?"

"Nothing really. I just wanted to chat." Godfather rose from the sofa, gripping his black and gold cane, and approached the camera, observing Osborne intently. "You look more mature now."

Osborne didn't respond. He didn't believe Godfather had called him just for a casual chat. Thus, he waited for Godfather to state. his purpose.

Godfather continued, "Looks like you can't wait to hear about the next test, rather than having a chat with me."

Godfather shook his head lightly as he spoke. Osborne wasn't sure if he imagined it, but he seemed to detect a trace of regret and sorrow in Godfather's look.

Osborne parted his lips but ultimately didn't say anything.

His feelings toward Godfather were complex. He felt both resentment and gratitude. He resented his biological grandfather for making him an orphan who had wandered for over 20 years before finding him.

Osborne also resented that despite their reunion, Godfather hadn't even bothered to meet him in person.

On the other hand, he was grateful because Godfather's appearance had indeed changed his life. The three successor tests had transformed him into a different person

They had turned Osborne from an insecure lower–class member of society, a disdained member of his wife's wealthy family, into the confident man he was today, discovering his potential and becoming brave and fearless.

These transformations occurred only after Godfather came into his life.

However, Osborne had no genuine affection for Godfather. Their relationship could never be like that of an ordinary grandfather and grandson.

In Godfather's eyes, Osborne had not yet completed all the tests and was not a qualified successor.

Similarly, for Osborne, Godfather wasn't a fitting grandfather either. The rewards Godfather offered were plentiful, but they lacked any sense of familial love.

As Osborne thought of that, he calmly asked, "What is my fourth test?"

The Godfather shook his head and sighed, "Patience, Osborne. Before I tell you about the fourth test, I need to make something clear. You performed exceptionally well in the first three tests, surpassing my expectations. However, those were just beginner tasks. They were neither very difficult nor dangerous."

Osborne raised an eyebrow and wondered, "Not very difficult. nor dangerous?

Does he not know how many dangerous situations I have gone through to complete the Godfather's successor test?

What about the gunfights?

The assassinations?

The werewolves that I have encountered?

And the battles with metahumans, no less!

The dangers I faced in this period were more than what I had experienced in my entire previous life. Yet in the Godfather's eyes, these tests weren't difficult or dangerous?"

The Godfather smiled faintly, "Do you think I'm wrong?

Osborne, I'm not lying to you. The first three trials were indeed. not very difficult or dangerous because, from the fourth trial onward, the difficulty and danger will increase rapidly.

"The first three tests were within my control, but from the fourth test on, things will be out of my hands. I don't know what will happen, and neither does anyone else.

"You will begin to see the truth of this world, witnessing its truly cruel, dangerous side, and disgusting side.

"You could die at any moment."

Osborne furrowed his brow and responded calmly, "I'm not afraid."

The Godfather smiled wryly, "To be honest, after seeing how well you've done, I don't want you to die. So, I'm giving you a second chance to choose.

"Would you choose to take your riches and find a safe place to live out a life of luxury?"

Before the Godfather could finish speaking, Osborne loudly refused. "No, I won't!"

Osborne's expression turned grim as he continued, "Stop trying to convince me to give up. I won't. I will complete all your tests.

"Now, tell me about the fourth test. No matter how dangerous or difficult, I will keep moving forward and never retreat."

Upon hearing that, the Godfather looked at Osborne's serious and determined face and suddenly fell silent.

After a long while, the Godfather continued, "You are so much like your father. Do you know that he also went through my successor tests years ago? I tried to convince him to quit, but he wouldn't…

"And it was during these tests that he went missing.

"Osborne, your parents did not abandon you. They encountered an accident, and that accident was caused by my successor tests.

"I don't want you to follow in your father's footsteps."

After the Godfather finished speaking, Osborne was stunned and asked, "What… what did you say?

"My parents didn't abandon me? They had an accident during your tests and went missing?"

After learning the truth, Osborne's body began to tremble violently.

As decades of confusion finally cleared up, his eyes instantly turned red and welled up with tears.

All along, Osborne had thought that he was abandoned.

He believed he was an unwanted orphan and blamed his parents for the suffering and torment he had endured over the years.

Osborne hated his parents and despised them for abandoning him.

But now Godfather told him that his parents hadn't abandoned him. They had only gone missing unexpectedly, which led to him becoming an orphan.

As the realization sank in, tears began to fall from Osborne's eyes.

Godfather said, "Osborne, I actually wasn't planning to tell you this now. But I've already lost a son. I don't want to lose my grandson too.

"I had control over the first three tests, but what comes next is beyond even my power as the Godfather. So, give up. Don't repeat your father's mistakes.

"You can stay with me, and as long as I live, I can protect you. No one will harm you."

Osborne's body trembled at these words.

Instead of answering, he questioned, "Even you, the Godfather, can't find my parents? Aren't you all–powerful? Aren't you supposed to be capable of anything?"

Godfather shook his head and sighed, "I tried, but I can't find them.

"This world is far more complicated than you think. There are many things that even I can't touch, and these are the things you won't encounter for now."

Osborne took a deep breath and stated firmly, "If you can't find them, I'll take on the search myself. I won't give up. I'll go through the tests and accomplish what my father couldn't."

At that, Godfather fell silent again.

Osborne continued, "Thank you for telling me about my parents. At least now I know I wasn't unwanted or abandoned. I will find them, whatever it takes.

"Now, please tell me what the fourth test is."

Godfather closed his eyes and sank into deep thought.

After a long while, he opened his eyes again, and Osborne noticed that his aged, somewhat cloudy eyes seemed a bit red.

Godfather said, "Alright. Since you are determined, I won't persuade you anymore. If you're set on finding your parents, I, as your grandfather, will do everything I can to help you.

"This fourth test, your father also took it back in the day. It was during this test that he met your mother, fell in love, and then had you."

Osborne was stunned upon hearing that.

Godfather continued, "As a.descendant of the Augustine family, you have the finest genetic makeup. Your wife must also be equally outstanding so that your offspring will be born with the best genes, ensuring the continued strength of the Augustine family.

"Now, pay attention. Your fourth successor test is…

"To make Clarissa, the chosen one of the Radcliffe family, your wife. She is a metahuman with the most powerful genes. She is the most suitable candidate for your wife.

"I won't give you a time limit this time. Do everything in your power to make the Radcliffe family's chosen one yours. Don't let me down."

Once Godfather finished speaking, Osborne's eyes widened.

Osborne thought in shock, "My fourth successor test is to pursue Clarissa and make her my woman? Is that even possible?!"

He then couldn't help but frown. It wasn't that he found Clarissa lacking. On the contrary, he agreed with Godfather that Clarissa was indeed an extraordinary woman.

It was because she possessed three powers and was so beautiful that Osborne was left in awe.

Who wouldn't want a girlfriend or even a wife like that?

But the problem was that Osborne had just found out that Clarissa was engaged. Her fiancé, Apollo, was no ordinary man. He was the heir of the prestigious Chevalier family.

The Chevalier family's strength was unparalleled. In Skyefall, they had such dominance that they could be considered the underground rulers with absolute authority.

Osborne knew that if he tried to pursue Clarissa, the Chevalier family would certainly come after him.

Moreover, Clarissa was Austin's best friend.

After everything that had happened between him and Austin, he felt it would be unfair to Austin if he started chasing after Clarissa.

Although Austin had said she didn't need Osborne to take responsibility, wouldn't marry him, and wouldn't meddle in his life, Osborne still felt uneasy.

However, since Godfather had already decided on his test, it was impossible to change it. Even if Osborne was reluctant, he had to go through with it.

Osborne took a deep breath and nodded. "Alright. I go it. Go ahead and prepare the fifth test. I'll complete this one quickly."

Godfather silently watched Osborne and ultimately chose not to say anything.

He nodded and spoke, "Great danger lies ahead of your path, Osborne. I won't intervene to help you, but I'll give you a few pieces of advice.

"First, never let your enemies know all your cards.

"Second, never hate your enemies. It will cloud your judgment.

"Third, people aren't born great. They become great through their experiences and growth.

"I hope that one day, you will become a great new Godfather.

"A supreme Godfather."

With that, Godfather directly ended the call.